Walworth County, WI · 14 hours ago
Limited Term Water Quality Specialist (LURM)
Elkhorn, WI
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18/hr - $18/hr
1+ years expWalworth County is seeking a Limited Term Water Quality Specialist to implement the County’s Lake Protection and Monitoring Grant Program. The role involves providing training for volunteers, monitoring aquatic invasive species, and conducting stakeholder outreach on local water quality.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders and state partners to disseminate information to residents, lake property owners, and other stakeholders through news articles, email alerts, and information on the county website
Coordinate with staff members to update the County website and/or utilize social media to reflect new information and increase awareness of AIS
Communicate to interested parties/stakeholders via email
Collect and report chemical, biological, or physical data on lakes and lake ecosystems, including data on water levels and lake ice extent and duration as requested by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR)
Enter data into the state Surface Water Integrated Monitoring System (SWIMS) database
Identify lake districts and associations collecting chemical, biological, and/or physical lake data and provide training on data entry into the state Surface Water Integrated Monitoring System (SWIMS) database
Recruit new districts and associations to collect this data
Coordinate checks on WDNR AIS signage at lake/river public access sites within county
Inventory signs at boat launches and coordinate with local lake groups where signage is lacking
Coordinate early detection monitoring for AIS
Assist with "meander" surveys on County lakes
Connect individuals with information and resources when new species are found
Coordinate the CBCW watercraft inspection program and annual AIS Snapshot Day in for the county
Become trained as a trainer for the CBCW program and conduct volunteer training for volunteers working for local lakes
Provide AIS outreach and education to local partners and AIS stakeholders
Provide technical assistance to a grantee or grant applicant for AIS prevention and control
Recruit new Secchi Disk monitors and train them on data entry into SWIMS
Support and expand implementation of the Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol Program in the County, working with WDNR and other partners for reporting and tracking associated with the program
Promote and assist with Organisms in Trade (OIT) Pathway to implement Wisconsin AIS Management Plan
Attend trainings and webinars to stay up to date on statewide information
Complete AIS Verification Testing to become a certified AIS verifier
Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts
Qualification
Required
High school diploma required with at least 1 year of education at an accredited college in the areas of environmental science, natural resources management, biology or geography
Previous research experience highly desired
Valid Driver's License
Proof of minimum liability auto insurance coverage
Preferred
Aquatic Invasive Species Verifier (preferred or ability to obtain)
Company
Walworth County, WI
Walworth County, located in southeastern Wisconsin, is one of the oldest and wealthiest counties in the state.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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